In Kentucky’s 3-4 scheme, they count on their edges to do a lot. The Wildcats use two outside linebackers (Sam and Jack) in their base defense and they play a key role in both pass and run support. In addition to providing a pass rush everyone can see, these positions also must set the edge of the defense and that means not letting an opposing offense break contain.
Due to the amount of size that UK has in the trenches, foes have been willing to get the ball out to the perimeter to try to pick up yards.